Effy Dragon-Heart book 3: The Wolf Who Watched, Digital PDF

About this book

It is operation day at the Magic Castle. Effy has questions, Mummy and YaYa stay close, and Star promises to watch over her dreams.

Through Effy’s story, this book introduces an operation, a general anaesthetic and the time for care and rest afterwards. Drawing and conversation prompts invite children to share their own questions and what feels comforting. Includes guidance for grown-ups and two colouring pages.

For ages 4 to 7, to share with a grown-up.

Each book can be shared on its own. Part of Mini Mindfulness.

Your digital download

Digital PDF download, 32 pages including the covers. £4. No physical book will be posted.

A look inside

Three sample pages from this book. You can also open the sample image in the gallery for a closer look.

The story behind the cards and books

Effy is my young daughter. When she was facing an operation for a brain tumour, I felt completely helpless. I couldn’t take away what she had to face, but I could create something just for her. These stories and cards were my gift to Effy, to help her understand what was happening and get through it together.

I will be forever grateful to the nurses and the whole team who cared for her. My hope is that the books and cards we now share can help other children and families facing similar journeys.

Every book and card deck is lovingly handmade, and all profit goes to The Grand Appeal, which supports Bristol Children’s Hospital, including the ward that looked after Effy. This is my way of saying thank you and giving something back.

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